The playoff journey of the Lakers has brought joy to Jenna Barber, the girlfriend of Austin Reaves, who plays guard for the team. As Los Angeles took a 3-1 lead during the second-round playoff series against the Warriors, Barber could not contain her excitement. She shared her joy in a Facebook post that included images of the celebration at Crypto.com Arena during the Western Conference semifinals.
Jenna Barber at Crypto.com Arena in May 2023. (Facebook/Jenna Barber)
Barber, accompanied by Reaves’ mother, Nicole Wilkett, wore a Lakers letterman jacket and Jordan brand sneakers, posing in front of a Lakers sign and indulging in purple and gold cupcakes. Reaves and Barber are both Arkansas natives, attended Cedar Ridge High School, and have reportedly been together since 2014.
Jenna Barber and Austin Reaves’ mom, Nicole Wilkett at Crypto.com Arena in May 2023. (Facebook/Jenna Barber)
Jenna Barber and Austin Reaves’ mom, Nicole Wilkett at Crypto.com Arena in May 2023. (Facebook/Jenna Barber)
Barber is a University of Arkansas graduate who turned 22 in December. She has been working at NewarkRx pharmacy since August 2019 and is a member of Alpha Omicron Pi sorority.
Barber is close to her family, as evidenced by her frequent social media posts about them. It is currently uncertain whether she will be present in Denver to support Reaves during Game 1 of the Western Conference finals on Tuesday.
Austin Reaves and Jenna Barber in January 2023. (Facebook/Jenna Barber)
